Junior-Studium@UTN 2025

„Me or us? The fight for a sustainable future“

In a world grappling with pressing environmental, social and economic challenges, a vital question emerges: How can we reconcile individual and collective interests to create a sustainable future? This thought-provoking series of events explores this tension and invites participants to consider the balance between self and community, individual responsibility and solidarity, competition and cooperation.

Through compelling presentations by experts from a range of disciplines, we’ll address fundamental questions about morality, responsibility and sustainable behaviour. From philosophical insights and economic theories to literary reflections and practical solutions, the series offers a rich, interdisciplinary understanding of the dynamics between individual and collective action.

Junior-Studium@UTN

Junior-Studium@UTN is an annual lecture series organised by the Technical University of Nuremberg. It encourages young people to examine their role in society, discover new perspectives and engage with the pressing challenges of our time. The series provides a platform for exploring solutions to critical issues such as climate change, social justice, education and technological innovation.

A key focus is on empowering participants to actively contribute to shaping a better world. The series also highlights the innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education at TU Nuremberg. Participants can exchange ideas with experts, explore cutting-edge concepts and gain valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of our shared future.

 Programm

  • 12.02. Gyburg Uhlmann:
    Me or Us? Me and Us! Aristotle and Self-Love – an introduction to ancient ethics
  • 19.02. Christian Seidel:

    And What Must I Do? Climate Change and Moral Responsibility
  • 26.02. Ermelinda Kanushi:

    All for One and One for All. Sustainable Development Goals for the Future
  • 12.03. Johannes Thürauf:

    How Can We Optimise Energy Supply?
  • 19.03. Veronika Grimm:
    Me and We: Cooperation and Competition in the Economy
  • 26.03. Sophia Regopoulos:

    Mine or Yours? Property in Ancient and Modern Times
  • 02.04. Iuliia Burtceva:

    Sustainability and Character: How Can Literature Help?
  • 09.04. Alexander Dinges:

    My Knowledge, Your Knowledge: How Do We Use Knowledge Together?
The events take place on Wednesdays from 18:15 to 19:45 in the seminar room, ground floor, Cube One, TU Nuremberg, Dr.-Luise-Herzberg-Straße 4, 90461 Nuremberg.

Enrolment

You may register for the entire series or individual events.
Please include the exact number of participants in your email.

To register, email: department-lias@utn.de.
 


Certificates

  • For Pupils: Attend at least five events to receive a certificate of participation.
  • For Schools: Schools can receive certificates of participation or cooperation.